Introduction: A Nuclear Vision for Viksit Bharat@2047 As India marches toward its ambitious goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047, energy security stands as a pivotal pillar in the vision of Viksit Bharat . Amid the global climate crisis and rising energy demands, nuclear power has re-emerged as a compelling solution. India’s commitment to achieving 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047 is both visionary and necessary—but achieving this requires a strategic shift in policy, participation, and international cooperation. While India’s nuclear energy sector has traditionally been a tightly controlled domain under government monopoly—primarily led by the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) and Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) —it is now imperative to welcome private sector investments and foreign partnerships. A reformed nuclear ecosystem can unlock the full potential of atomic energy as a clean, reliable, and scalable contributor to India’s net-zero aspiration...
Extinction Filtering: The Silent Biodiversity Crisis What is Extinction Filtering? Extinction filtering is the gradual loss of species that are sensitive to human disturbances , leaving behind only those that can survive in degraded or altered environments . Key Aspects of Extinction Filtering How It Works? ✔ Sensitive species disappear due to habitat destruction, pollution, or climate change. ✔ Resilient species dominate , leading to a more homogeneous ecosystem . ✔ Over time, biodiversity declines , and natural ecosystems become less stable . Causes of Extinction Filtering Deforestation & Habitat Loss – Conversion of forests into agriculture or urban spaces. Pollution & Climate Change – Rising temperatures and pollutants affecting species survival. Hunting & Poaching – Direct elimination of vulnerable species. Fragmentation of Habitats – Breaking up of ecosystems into smaller, isolated patches. Consequences of Extinction Filtering Eosystem Weakening – Reduced ...